Run Like A Rhino
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 170 Huck Finn Rd, Horseheads, NY
- Distance
- Run Like a Rhino 5K · Run Like A Rhino 10K · Run Like A Rhino Virtual
From the Organizer
Fundraising for the construction efforts by Border Buddies Ministries, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization to continue rebuilding classrooms in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Border Buddies ministries is led by the missionaries in Honduras, Mike and Glenda Miller, who were Horseheads locals and still have family in the Big Flats area. Border buddies is all about bringing community together and the 5K/10K is a great way to have a fun family event while raising funds to the organization. Border Buddies also provides medical and dental care to communities through volunteer teams. This event is officially timed by Falcon Race Timing and the organization that the fundraiser is for is also a charity organization.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
58°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
43%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elmira Corning Rgnl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Horseheads, NY
Population
6,494
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
ELM
Elmira Corning Regional Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 74 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run Like A Rhino, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
More Running races near Horseheads, NY
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5K
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5K
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5K
10 miles away
Finger Lakes Festival of Races (18M,13.1M,10K& 5K)
Half Marathon · 10K · 5K
11 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run Like A Rhino?
- Run Like A Rhino is a running race held in Horseheads, New York on October 24, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Run Like A Rhino?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Horseheads, New York at 170 Huck Finn Rd, Horseheads, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run Like A Rhino?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run Like A Rhino
Oct 24, 2026